While thousands showed up to shop today, a few souls came out to protest.

First in line at a Macy’s in the Altamonte Mall were two self-described local political activist who wore shirts emblazoned with "Impeach Bush" and "Out of Iraq."

"No matter what is going on – there are still people being killed around the world – including American soldiers," Mark Fonda, one of the protesters, said. Fonda, 23, of Eustis, said he had arrived at the store at 11 a.m. Thanksgiving Day to make sure his message was heard.

Meanwhile, near the Mall at Millenia, about six animal-rights protesters staged a midday demonstration against high-end retailer Burburry for selling fur.

Club wielding activists wearing faux-fur pelts held up images of skinned animals to passing cars, according to Sentinel reporter Helen Eckinger.